Question 60 from UPSC CSE 2022 - Environme nt

Question

Consider the following statements:
1. The Climate Group is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them.
2. The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group launched a global initiative 'EP100'.
3. EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.
4. Some Indian companies are members of EP100.
5. The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the 'Under2 Coalition'.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

Accepted Answer

Correct Option: B. 1, 3, and 4 only

Strategy: - Focus on organizational associations and leadership for initiatives like the Climate Group and EP100.
- Validate claims against known facts: the IEA is not associated with EP100's launch or the Under2 Coalition's Secretariat.
- Confirm EP100's goals align with energy efficiency and business participation, noting Indian company involvement.

Key Info: The Climate Group is an independent international non-profit organization, founded in 2004 and headquartered in London. It drives climate action through global campaigns and partnerships with businesses and governments, notably via initiatives like RE100, EV100, and EP100.

EP100 is a global initiative led by The Climate Group in partnership with the Alliance to Save Energy, *not* the International Energy Agency (IEA). It brings together energy-smart companies committed to doubling their energy productivity or improving energy efficiency to boost competitiveness and reduce emissions.

The IEA is an autonomous intergovernmental organization, established in 1974 and headquartered in Paris. It does not serve as the Secretariat for the Under2 Coalition. The Climate Group manages the Under2 Coalition as its Secretariat, which represents a large network of sub-national governments aligned with the Paris Agreement's climate action targets.

Several leading Indian companies, including Mahindra & Mahindra, Dalmia Cement, and JSW Cement, have joined EP100. This highlights India's corporate sector engagement with international energy efficiency commitments. EP100 membership requires measurable commitments to improve energy productivity, with regular reporting and verification.

The IEA's core roles involve providing policy advice and data on global energy. It is not directly connected to launching or running EP100 or similar private-sector climate initiatives.

Answer

Option A: 1, 2, 4, and 5

Answer

Option C: 2, 3, and 5 only

Answer

Option D: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5